1998 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 390 kg more than 1962 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | Spider | 311 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
